Rady Children’s Hospital and CHOC plan to merge into Rady Children’s Health, aiming to enhance pediatric care in Southern California, pending regulatory approval.

A fin whale carcass with killer whale bite marks washed up on a San Diego beach, sparking scientific interest and concern among locals. NOAA is investigating, suggesting the whale may have beached while fleeing orcas.

Raine Gonzales, a missing Brawley teen, was found safely on December 19, 2023, by the FBI with help from Mexican authorities. Her suspected abductor faces federal charges.

Firefighters in Ramona, California, quickly extinguished a fire at a commercial site, saving 20 animals but losing one horse. No human injuries were reported.

San Marcos celebrates the opening of the upgraded Via Vera Cruz bridge and Discovery Street, key infrastructure projects enhancing connectivity and traffic flow.

Mayor Todd Gloria used a state grant to clear homeless encampments in San Diego's East Village, moving 19 individuals into permanent housing and others to temporary shelters.

A woman died in a car crash in Encinitas after her minivan hit a wall. Authorities are investigating the cause, including any medical issues or substance involvement. The victim's identity is pending notification of kin.

The U.S. Border Patrol warns migrants of the risks posed by cold weather in San Diego County, noting past tragedies and emphasizing the dangers of illegal crossings, especially in mountainous areas.

San Diegans are set to face heavy rains and thunderstorms with potential flooding, according to the National Weather Service. A flood watch is in place, and snow is expected in higher elevations.

San Diego establishes a task force to address rising violence against healthcare workers, devising strategies such as better incident tracking and law enforcement collaboration.

A car crash in Del Mar involving a BMW flipping and hitting a rock and utility box causes traffic delays on Jimmy Durante Boulevard; the driver sustained minor injuries.

The Ocean Beach Playhouse in San Diego closes due to high rent after seven years, with its final show being "Rent," amidst concerns about gentrification.

Rodolfo Villareal from San Diego County is accused of running a Ponzi scheme, defrauding friends of $282,500. Facing various fraud charges, he pleaded not guilty.